The Art of Live2D: Meet the Newest Members of the Nekopara Family

One of the most impressive technical features revealed for Nekopara Sekai Connect is the fluid Live2D animation. GOOD SMILE COMPANY and NEKO WORKs have been diligently showcasing these animations on their official X (formerly Twitter) accounts. The quality of the movement brings Sayori’s illustrations to life with unprecedented detail. Each catgirl reacts to interactions with subtle ear twitches, expressive tail movements, and a range of facial expressions that make them feel truly alive.

During the 11th-anniversary stream, five new catgirls were unveiled, expanding the roster significantly. These new faces join the previously revealed characters like Strawberry, Chocola, Vanilla, Azuki, Coconut, Maple, Cinnamon, Muffin, and Pineapple. The diversity in design is striking—from the elegant and mature to the small and energetic. The Live2D showcase demonstrated that each girl has unique idle animations that reflect her specific personality, which is a hallmark of the care put into this project.

For collectors, these Live2D models are a dream come true. The game features an "interactive" element where players can tap and talk to the catgirls, triggering specific voice lines and animations. This isn't just for show; these interactions are tied to the bonding system. The more you engage with a catgirl, the more her "consciousness" as an AI-created being evolves, unlocking new story chapters and potentially better performance in the game's competitive modes. The sheer amount of visual content being prepared suggests that the "social" aspect of the game will be very robust.